2000 Dodge RAM 2500: brake failure

Filed Jan 11, 2012 · Brakes · 85,000 miles · MO · crash

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 dodge ram 2500. The contact stated that the brakes seized and could not be depressed to stop the vehicle. The contact stated that prior to the failure, the brake pedal was pulsating abnormally when depressed. The contact then crashed into a tractor as a result of the brake failure and caused minor damage to the vehicle. The contact spoke to the manufacturer and was instructed to take the vehicle to the dealer to be inspected. The dealer advised the contact that one of the headlights was damaged and that the vehicle could only be inspected by an engineer sent by the manufacturer. The contact was awaiting inspection by an engineer. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 85,000 and the current mileage was 85,025.

Filed Feb 16, 2010 · Brakes · 93,000 miles · NH

2000 dodge ram 2500 left rear brake line rotted out and brakes failed when attempting to stop at a four way intersection. Barely stopped in time to avoid the vehicle all ready at the stop sign.

Filed Sep 25, 2009 · Brakes · 232,000 miles · MO

Brakes failed unexpectedly. No accident. Got out of truck to check and saw brake fluid running out of hole in the top of the frame behind auxiliary fuel tank. Was able to carefully limp home with it.

Filed Jul 18, 2008 · Brakes · 38,642 miles · NY

While driving my 2000 dodge ram 2500, I experienced a brake failure while approaching an intersection. Incident occurred 7/13/08. The truck has 38,000 miles & well maintained. While performing a post incident inspection, I discovered the rear brake line behind the fuel tank had ruptured. There is no evidence of physical damage aside from heavy corrosion. This corrosion extends approximately 18" from the rear brake line junction block (picture available). While researching online to purchase a replacement line, I noticed large number of similar complaints posted in various forums (which was quite disturbing). The fuel line, along with the frame rail adjacent to the failed brake line has no signs of corrosion.

Filed Jun 15, 2005 · Brakes · 34,000 miles · ME

Brake lines have rusted so no brakes other than e brake

Filed Nov 17, 2004 · Brakes · 49,000 miles · MI

While driving at aproximately 20 MPH brakes failed, causing the consumer's vehicle to run a red light. After towing, it was discovered that driver's side brake hose was defective.